engagedKK [ɛˈngedʒd] ｜ /ɛˈngeɪdʒd/
GEPT 中高級
B1adjective
having one’s attention or mind or energy focused on something
She was so engaged in her book that she didn’t notice her phone ringing.
專注的；全神貫注的
B1adjective
having arranged to do something or to meet someone at a particular time
I am sorry, I cannot meet you for lunch today because I am engaged in an important meeting at work.
有約在身的；佔用中的
B2adjective
not available because being used or already reserved; (British term for a busy telephone line)
I’m sorry, but the meeting room is currently engaged. Would you like to schedule another time?
B2adjective
interlocked and interacting, especially of toothed parts or gears
The gear teeth were fully engaged, allowing the machine to operate smoothly.
B2adjective
reserved or booked in advance
All the hotels were engaged for the wedding weekend, so we had to book a rental home instead.
B1adjective
involved in military conflict
During World War II, many countries were engaged in the fight against Axis powers.
B1adjective
constructed against or attached to a wall
The bookshelf was engaged to the wall for extra stability.